Penstemon 'Cha Cha Cherry' | Cha Cha Cherry Beardtongue

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DESCRIPTION
Penstemon 'Cha Cha Cherry' is a vibrant perennial prized for its abundant cherry-red tubular flowers that bloom from mid-summer through fall. The blossoms are held on upright stems above a mound of green foliage, creating a lively display that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The flowers’ tubular shape and bright color make them particularly appealing for pollinator-friendly gardens.

This hybrid Penstemon variety is bred for improved hardiness and long-lasting blooms, making it a reliable choice for borders, containers, or mixed perennial plantings. With its extended blooming season and pollinator-friendly nature, 'Cha Cha Cherry' adds energy and vibrancy to sunny garden spaces.

DESCRIPTION
Penstemon 'Cha Cha Cherry' is a vibrant perennial prized for its abundant cherry-red tubular flowers that bloom from mid-summer through fall. The blossoms are held on upright stems above a mound of green foliage, creating a lively display that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The flowers’ tubular shape and bright color make them particularly appealing for pollinator-friendly gardens.

This hybrid Penstemon variety is bred for improved hardiness and long-lasting blooms, making it a reliable choice for borders, containers, or mixed perennial plantings. With its extended blooming season and pollinator-friendly nature, 'Cha Cha Cherry' adds energy and vibrancy to sunny garden spaces.

 

  • Family: Plantaginaceae
    Height: 2-3 feet tall
    Width: 1-2 feet wide
    Foliage color: Deep green, lance-shaped leaves
    Flower color: Bright cherry-red tubular flowers
    Bloom time: Mid-summer through early fall
    Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Low; deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering and prune lightly in late winter or early spring
    Growing zone: USDA Zones 7-9
    Wildlife attractors: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies

    This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.

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